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Academy for Lifelong Learning Fall 2020 Updated: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 New Additions to ScheduleARTS & CRAFTS ARTiculating: Talks about Art This is art appreciation in a completely different way! Learn how to understand and enjoy what you see in museums, galleries, and exhibitions. No previous art history or knowledge necessary. Wendy Adler has been leading discussions about art in senior communities and for organizations around Houston since moving here in 2016. Her talks are interactive and given in a conversational manner. Previously, Wendy led a school art history program in the Dallas area. She is a former Docent at The Modern Art Museum in Fort Worth and currently a Docent at the Houston Contemporary Craft Center and member of the Museum of Fine Arts Houston’s Guild Speakers Bureau. Meets in the afternoon: 9/24, 10/22, 11/12, and 12/3. (CF) 16369Th9/24, 10/22, 11/12, 12/31:30-3 p.m.OnlineAdlerFINANCIAL & LEGAL Investing During Uncertain Times The last decade or so has shown us a new economic reality marked by dramatic highs and lows in the markets. If you are interested in what caused this chaotic market behavior and how to manage your risks – you are not alone. This workshop will cover the economic cycle and the importance of investing for all of its phases. 1. Explore the issues surrounding market volatility. 2. Learn strategies that may mitigate risk. 3. Understand the economic cycle and its impact on investing. (MC) 19282W10/73-5 p.m.OnlineJablonskiHEALTH, FITNESS & NUTRITION Organ and Tissue Donation Every10 minutes a patient in the United States is added to the organ waiting list and every day 22 people die waiting for life saving organ. This course navigates students through the organ and tissue donation process from donor registration to transplantation. This information will empower students with understanding how organ and tissue donation work so each individual can make an educated choice about donor registration. Kristina Healy will review, what organs and tissue can be transplanted, who can be a donor how having conversations with family and friends about organ and tissue donation helps our community overcome fears, taboos and misconceptions so more lives could be saved. Kristina will review available resources and organ and tissue donor registries will be outlined. This class is a three-part session, 9/9, 10/14 & 11/9. (UP) 17983W9/9, 10/14, 11/93-4 p.m.OnlineHealyHISTORY Civil War Logistics In this class we explore all aspects of how troops survived, in order to fight battles. This includes how troops were armed, clothed, fed, supplied, etc. A comparative analysis of advantages and disadvantages of both sides will be covered. Come join us as we cover this interesting, but often untold story of the Civil War. (MC)18303T10/1310-11:30 a.m.OnlineBlumbergHow Did the Bible Come to Us? The Bible has influenced much of the world's greatest art, literature, and music, while profoundly impacting law. It has survived thousands of years of recopying by hand yet maintained integrity of content. The Bible has been translated into 3,000 languages and is available to over 90% of humankind. But how did the Bible come to be? The course objectives will be to simply explain 6 major developments resulting in the most distributed, translated, and historically influential book, the Bible. Class sessions will be 90 minutes of instruction and 30 minutes break/intermission with a brief Q&A segment. (MC) 18304Th10/810 a.m.-12 p.m.OnlineVarisco18305F10/2310 a.m.-12 p.m.OnlineVariscoLANGUAGES Spanish This is a basic Spanish class. Stella Priest will help us talk to our Spanish speaking neighbors, order food, and ask directions in order to learn to feel comfortable speaking Spanish. Class meets every other Thursday. 14793Th9/10-12/1010:30 a.m.-12 p.m.OnlinePriestPHILOSOPHY Advanced Metaphysics Roy King will lead in discussion and application of physical and spiritual knowledge to our daily lives. Join us on Tuesdays every week from 09/8-12/08 (9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29,10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 12/8). 18188T9/8-12/812:45-3 p.m.OnlineKingSCIENCE & NATURE Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center (JHJP) will present the below additional two classes online. See page 28 of the schedule for Matthew Abernathy’s online presentation, Going Native: The Benefits of Landscaping with Native Plants. Paper Quilling Christmas Cards Paper quilling is a favorite crafting pastime but is by no means new. This paper art has existed since the invention of paper. Use paper cut into long thin strips, roll and pinch the pieces into different shapes, then glue the shapes together to form a decorative Christmas card. Join Katrina Yordy, Jones Park Historical Program Coordinator. She specializes in 1830s textiles, homesteading, and native plants and their historical uses. (KC) 16809F10/21-3 p.m.OnlineYordy SENIOR ISSUES Avoid Senior Fraud ScamsJoin Monty Patch, AARP Trainer and learn about Senior Fraud. Learn how to avoid various Scams and robocalls. Learn to use prevention strategies and Cyber Security protection tips. Get details on spotting malicious software. Learn to identity online theft and ways to protect yourself. (NH)19197M10/1910:30am-12pmOnlinePatchWORLD RELIGION & SPIRITUALITYThe Bible - An Ancient Book for Modern Life Many people respect the Bible for its religious significance. However, the Bible offers more than religious guidance. Many people around the world have found that the Bible has much practical guidance for everyday life. We will consider how the Bible can help people enhance their: Physical health, Emotional health, Family life and friendships, Financial stability, Spirituality. Course is offered twice. (MC) 18741Th11/51-3 p.m.OnlineGamble18742F11/2010 a.m.–12 p.m.OnlineGambleChanges to ClassesIndia And South Asia: Land Of Buddha and Gandhi Date and Time ChangeHome to a quarter of humanity, South Asia – the Republic of India and its neighbors – is the Allstate claim product of long history and diverse traditions. To modern Western ears, the names of Buddha and Gandhi have a special resonance, but there is much more: the avatars Rama and Krishna; the spiritual teachers Mahavira, Mar Thoma, Shankara, Nagarjunam, Guru Nanak; the Buddhist monarchs Asoka, Vattagamani, Kanishka; Hindu monarchs Vikramaditya, Harsha, Rajaraja, Harihara, Shivaji; Muslim monarchs Al-Ghazni, Al-Ghori, Babur, Akbar; European invaders Vasco da Gama, Robert Clive, Louis Mountbatten; and, great nationalists Tilak, Jinnah, Bose, Nehru. And, these names only scratch the surface: from the ancient ruins of Harappa to the latest Bollywood extravaganza, there are endless tales to tell. Join us!! (TC)16804?????????????? Th????????????????????????? 9/3-10/29?????? 1:45-4:15 p.m.????????????? Online??????????????????????? FoxBeginning Spanish (Class meets Fridays) Introductory Spanish to help the traveler going to Spanish-speaking countries, taught by our Instructor of the Year 2018. Learn how to order meals and reserve hotel rooms in Spanish. Class is for those new to Spanish as well as those who took previous courses with Gloria Toro. Meets every Friday. (MC) 17720F9/11-12/1710 a.m.-12 p.m. OnlineToroBook Group (Class meets 3rd Wednesday monthly) We will read and discuss books we have selected. Book selections include fiction, non-fiction and award winners. This is a continuation of the group that met in Spring 2020. Meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month 9/16, 10/21, 11/18 and 12/16. (MC) 16016W9/16-12/161-3 p.m.OnlineFoggThe Museum of Fine Arts, Houston: A Place for all People (Class meets on Wednesday) This class day of week has been updated. Please update your calendar. 17376W10/710-11:30 a.m.OnlineM. AdamA Look At Senior Care Options (Date change to 11/5)This class will explore the various local resources available for care, when to consider additional care, costs associated with care and the importance of planning prior to a healthcare crisis. (MC)16152W10/1411/510 a.m.-12 p.m.OnlineBrittonA Tour of the Emerald Isle (Date change to Wednesday, 11/18) Join Sharon and Marty Samson, ALL members, as they take us on a tour of the Emerald Isle. The beautiful country of Ireland is a delight visually as well as through the hospitality of the people who live there. From Dublin to Dingle to Galway and many other points in between, come learn more about this country. (CF) 16765W11/181:30-3 p.m. OnlineSamsonEnergy for You (Class number changed to17114) Doug Hissong, recently retired from a major energy company, will give us information about the very important energy industry. Where does energy come from and how is it used? What are the trends from the past through the year 2040 in sources and uses? What are the benefits of improved technology in increasing energy production and decreasing environmental impacts? We will discuss the energy supply chain, including effects of ethanol in gasoline and the hybrid vehicle, and the key relationship between energy consumption and living standard. (CF) 17114M11/3010-11:30 a.m.OnlineHissongClass CancellationsBeginner CrochetThis class has been cancelled by instructor. Please update your calendar.15068T9/8-10/1310 a.m.-12 p.m.OnlineHowertonNo Holds BarredThis class has been cancelled by instructor. Please update your calendar.17005T9/8-11/172-4 p.m.OnlineLittleWomen’s Issues As We AgeThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.16149Th9/9-12/21-3 p.m.OnlineFoggFounding Fathers and BrothersThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.15799T,Th9/15-10/11-3 p.m.OnlineC. AdamsTree Care for the HomeownerThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.16790Th10/110 a.m.-12 p.m.OnlineDolphinHoliday DécorThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.16316M10/51-3 p.m.OnlineChaykowskyCy-Hope: Making Life Better for Kids in Cy-FairThis class has been cancelled by instructor. Please update your calendar.16756W9/21 10/710-11:30 a.m.OnlineAllainTrinity and Brazos Valley RailwayThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.17266 ??????? Th ??? 10/8 1:30-3 p.m. ? Online WillitsHow did the Bible come to us?This class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.18304???????? Th???? 10/8-10/8? ???????? 10-12 ??Online?????? ???????? VariscoFinance for 50+ SeniorsThis class has been cancelled by instructor. Please update your calendar.16248M10/19 10:30-12 p.m. OnlinePatchAfrican-American Contributions to the United States from 1528 to the PresentThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.15811T10/2010 a.m.-12 p.m.OnlineThompsonHow did the Bible come to us?This class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.18305??????????? F????????? 10/ 23-10/23?????????? 10-12 ??????Online????? ??????????? VariscoCrochet PatternsThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.15106T10/27-12/810 a.m.-12 p.m.OnlineHowertonOne Nerve Left and You’re On ItThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.15769W11/41-3 p.m.OnlineHollasVictims of CrimeThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.15556W11/43-5 p.m.OnlineYoungThe Bible, An Ancient Book for Modern Life? This class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.18401???????? Th???? 11/5-11/5? ???????? 1-3PM???????Online ???????? GambleNative American Art of MFAH: 1800 - PresentThis class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.17728M11/9-11/161-3 p.m.OnlineChristoffelThe Bible, An Ancient Book for Modern Life? This class has been cancelled. Please update your calendar.18401???????? F?????? 11/20-11/20?????? 10AM-12PM ??Online?????? Gamble ................
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